Small mirror lakes on the way to Lac Blanc, perfect for reflection photos.
Address: Lacs des Chéserys, Réserve naturelle des Aiguilles Rouges, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
The Chéserys lakes are a series of small glacial lakes on a rocky shelf in the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve. They sit just below Lac Blanc and offer the same face-to-face view of the Mont Blanc massif, with fewer people.
The reserve was created in 1974 to protect alpine plants and animals. On the way up you have a good chance of seeing ibex, chamois and marmots close to the trail.
July to September, after the snow melts.
Morning, for calm water and fewer hikers.
Avoid the ladders in rain or storms.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
The route from Col des Montets is longer and has ladders, but the views are excellent and it is less busy.
Ibex and marmots are often seen in the reserve, especially early in the morning.
No, dogs are not allowed in the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve.
